Development Planner

THE POSITION:

Council is seeking suitably qualified and enthusiastic planning professionals with broad experience in the assessment of development applications to join our development planning team.  A high standard of inter-personal communication, negotiation and writing skills are essential.  The position would ideally be suited to planning professionals seeking to work in a dynamic and fast paced team environment where you will be exposed to interesting and diverse projects across the Fairfield LGA.

The successful applicant will be a self-motivated individual capable of exercising delegation and case managing a range of development proposals, preparing reports and attending the Sydney Western City Planning Panel (SWCPP) and Council’s Fairfield Local Planning Panel (FLPP) in addition to facilitating input into Council’s planning policies and strategies.

Graduate planners are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL:

• University degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Town Planning or related discipline
• Good communication and report writing skills
• Experience in assessing a range of DAs
• Working knowledge of all relevant planning legislation
• Ability to provide pre-development advice to prospective applicants
• Conflict resolution/negotiation skills
• A valid driver’s licence

DESIRABLE:

• Experience in preparing Local Environmental Plans, Development Control Plans
• Working knowledge of the Building Code of Australia

SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

• Full time, permanent position - 35 hours per week
• This position is a Grade 6, salary range is $92,545 p.a. with performance progression to $108,404 p.a.
• Flexible working hours are available
• A Mobile Telephone is provided
• A Motor Vehicle benefit is available
• Fairfield City Council offers a range of benefits including;

- Wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccination, discounted gym memberships and onsite gym                                                                                                 
- Free onsite parking available                                                                           
- In addition to annual and sick leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year and access to long service leave after 5 years of employment

FURTHER CONTACT:

Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Ms Sunnee Cullen on 9725 0256 or a position description is available on Council’s website.

CLOSING DATE: 

COB, Friday 23 August 2024.

HOW TO APPLY:

To view the full position description and to apply online, please visit Council’s website at www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/jobs  Applications should address the essential knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience identified in the full job description.

Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense.

Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia, and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.